Adrian Fryer
Recent proposed amendments to the Employment Rights Bill includes sweeping reforms to the UK’s whistleblowing regimen. While these proposals are not yet backed by the government and are therefore unlikely to pass, they do offer significant changes, which if passed, would have meaningful implications.
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Sophie Robertson
The Employment Rights Bill continues to evolve, with several recent amendments proposed. While these changes are not backed by the government and are therefore unlikely to pass, they reflect the ongoing debate around workers’ rights and employer obligations. The key proposed amendments in respect of Zero Hour Contracts include:
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Big changes are on the horizon for UK employment law. The new Employment Rights Bill poses a major shift in how unfair dismissal rights are applied. Here’s what you need to know:
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The Employment Rights Bill is shaping up to be one of the most significant reforms in decades. A key change is within clause 26, which in its original form, would ban employers from dismissing staff who refuse to accept variations to their employment contracts. But recent proposed amendments suggest a more flexible approach may be on the horizon.
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A new clause in the Employment Rights Bill has been proposed, which could mark a major shift in how employers manage allegations of harassment and discrimination.
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ParalegalSaffa joined Bermans in July 2025 and is a Paralegal in our Litigation team in Manchester.
She assists in property disrepair cases, commercial leases and contract disputes. She often helps prepare bundles, take counsel notes and various other tasks.
Saffa studied Law at the University of Leeds, graduating in 2024.
Outside of work, Saffa enjoys reading and going to the gym. She also enjoys playing tennis with friends on a weekend (when the weather is nice!).
Adrian Fryer
When handling high-stakes disciplinary or grievance matters – particularly involving senior staff – many businesses sensibly turn to external HR consultants or investigators to ensure objectivity, professionalism, and compliance. A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) decision will come as welcome news for those operating in this space: unless they take an active role in making the actual decision to dismiss, external investigators cannot be held personally liable for alleged discrimination or whistleblowing-related dismissal.
Continue ReadingThe long-running case of Higgs v Farmor’s School appears to have come to an end, after the Supreme Court last month refused permission to appeal. This means that the current legal position is as set out in the Court of Appeal’s judgment in this case from earlier this year.
Continue ReadingA recent tribunal ruling against high-street retailer Wilko serves as a costly reminder that even technical breaches of collective consultation law can carry a high price. Following its 2023 collapse, Wilko was found to have failed in its legal duty to properly consult with staff ahead of making large-scale redundancies. The result? Protective awards worth around £2 million across its former workforce.
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